NPLQ NLPQ Basic 3

Question 1

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30:2 compressions to ventilations

Answer

15:2 compressions to ventilations

Answer

30:1 compressions only

Answer

5:1 compressions to ventilations

Question 2

At what rate should chest compressions be delivered during adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

100–120 compressions per minute

Answer

60–80 compressions per minute

Answer

80–100 compressions per minute

Answer

120–140 compressions per minute

Question 3

How deep should chest compressions be when performing CPR on an adult?

Accepted Answer

5–6 cm (about 2 inches)

Answer

2–3 cm (about 1 inch)

Answer

3–4 cm (about 1.5 inches)

Answer

7–8 cm (about 3 inches)

Question 4

The AED analyzes a casualty's heart rhythm and announces 'No shock advised.' What should the lifeguard do next?

Accepted Answer

Resume CPR immediately for 2 minutes

Answer

Recheck AED pad placement and re-analyze the rhythm

Answer

Wait 2 minutes and allow the AED to re-analyze automatically

Answer

Check for a pulse before deciding whether to resume CPR

Question 5

A rescued casualty is unconscious but breathing normally. Where should they be placed?

Accepted Answer

Recovery position — on their side — to protect the airway

Answer

On their back with legs elevated in the shock position

Answer

Sitting upright to maintain an open airway

Answer

Prone (face down) with their head turned to one side

Question 6

How long should you look, listen, and feel for breathing in an unresponsive adult before starting CPR?

Accepted Answer

No more than 10 seconds

Answer

No more than 5 seconds

Answer

No more than 15 seconds

Answer

No more than 20 seconds

Question 7

A casualty vomits while you are performing CPR. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Roll the casualty to the side, clear the airway, then resume CPR as quickly as possible

Answer

Continue CPR without interruption to maintain blood flow

Answer

Stop CPR and wait for the vomiting to finish before resuming

Answer

Administer back blows to clear the vomit and then resume CPR